F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.- CALIFORNIA
REQUEST F
PROPOSAL
ON -CALL HEATING, VENTILATION, AND
AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) MAINTENANCE
SERVICES
DUE BY:
JANUARY 19, 2026
BY 5 P.M.
F.M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING. INC.
YOUR COMMERCIAL SERVICE & CONTROLS SPECIALISTS ... Since 1974
Contractor License #313574
DIR #1000003383
Tel. 800.660.0891
Fax: 714.738.0886
www.fmthomas.com
Table of Contents
RFP 25 On -Call HVAC Maintenance and Repairs
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Cover Sheet
Pg. 1
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Table of Contents
Pg. 2
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Cover Letter
Pg. 3
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Letter of Introduction
Pg. 4-6
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Cover Letter
Pg. 7-8
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References
Pg.9
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Rate Sheet
Pg. 10
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Org Chart
Pg. 11
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Staffing Plan
Pg. 12-14
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Attachments 2-4
Pg. 15-17
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Resumes
Pg.18-27
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Quality Control Plan
Pg. 28-30
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Business Prospectus
Pg. 31-33
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Method of Approach
Pg. 34-37
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Addendum 1
Pg. 38-40
F. M. Thomas Corporate Office Location 1 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 1 Phone: 714.738.1062
Coachella Valley 1 72-788 Highway 111-B1, Palm Desert, Ca 92260 1 Phone: 760.564.6060
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F. M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING, INC.
Contractor's License # 313574 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821
(800)660-0891 FAX(714)738-0886 (714)738-1062
January 19, 2026
City of La Quinta
Public Works / Operations
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
Attn: Carley Escarrega
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
City-wide service contracts require a team, including the contractor, subcontractors, and supporting staff
working cooperatively. A major weakness found in these contracts is a lack of coordination and teamwork
between all parties involved, especially during inconvenient, yet urgent service requests. There needs to be an
establishment of trust and confidence that the HVAC and Refrigeration systems will work correctly and safely
to the benefit of students and staff alike.
We have found the following issues with Contractors and City Staff:
1. The primary technical point of contact has other responsibilities and cannot respond to immediate
service requests.
2. Voicemail and email messages for service requests go unanswered.
3. Technicians do not carry extra parts or electronic diagnostic equipment, leading to extended service
times.
4. Missing keys, ladders, and rigging equipment.
Our proposed solution(s):
A complete job walk / pre -con meeting is conducted at the beginning of the contract. This includes a job start
meeting where we cover the following issues:
• Outline service and construction procedures.
• Provide quotes for repairs and/or replacements
• Order and stock filters, belts, and cleaners while doing repairs for quick service in the future.
• Review process and procedures. Get keys, stash ladders, set up rigging points in mechanical rooms (if
not already available)
• Complete security access procedures for technicians assigned to the account. If available, gain
contractor badges for at least 3 staff.
• Provide a primary and (2) backup technician who are familiar with the above procedures.
I am your administrative point of contact. I have worked at FM Thomas for over 20 years and am currently the
Vice President. I oversee large account management (companywide) and supervise all technical issues that may
arise 7 days a week.
If you have any quest' ns, please feel free to give me a call.
/S)1c erely,
Michael Feyka, ice President
Toll Free (800) 660-0891
mfeyka@fmthomas.com
F. M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING, INC.
Contractor's License # 313574 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821
(800)660-0891 FAX(714)738-0886 (714)738-1062
January 19, 2026
City of La Quinta
Public Works / Operations
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
Attn: Carley Escarrega
LETTER OF INTRODUCTION
F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning has been involved with City-wide HVAC maintenance contracts
since 1994. Due to our experience, we have developed a system to establish many of the policies
and procedures that are now required as standard practice in many solicitations for HVAC
contracts; These practices included Quarterly and Semi -Annual reviews of controls and major
systems, dedicated staff members able to respond within 2 hours, proper application of heating
systems, and facilities level authorizations to complete minor repairs without delay. (typically,
between $2,000 and $5,000 per ticket.)
Additionally, F.M. Thomas is a certified Gold Carrier Expert controls integrator with a
broad range of skills to resolve controls issues. This includes having an in-house controls
engineer capable of answering questions and reviewing your systems online.
F.M. Thomas has 2 qualified Journeymen in your area, one in Banning and one in Beumont. Our
lead supervisor, living in Banning, has 35 years of practical experience, which includes air
cooled chillers, pneumatic controls, package units, split systems, refrigeration, cooling towers,
and boiler service on commercial and government applications. He primarily works in high
profile accounts, such as Desert Regional.
F.M. Thomas routinely maintains other Cities of equal or larger status such as City of Highland,
City of Upland, City of Moreno Valley, and the City of La Verne. All of these contracts include
routine HVAC maintenance and "on call" services.
Our methodology and thorough service procedures create value for the city by establishing a
"routine" process of maintenance. By sending the same staff each service, they develop a
rapport with the City Staff and gain specific knowledge of the city equipment and how it
historically behaves. This allows for easy communication and quick diagnosis of problems.
• We provide Journeyman technicians to conduct the maintenance, rather than tradesmen.
These technicians have 10+ years of experience and have the knowledge to recognize
issues and potential issues and resolve them immediately.
• Service issues are immediately brought to the attention of City staff, allowing for
discussions and quotes to make the necessary repairs.
• Other issues, outside of HVAC, are brought to the attention of City staff to minimize cost
and loss of service to the City. These items include clogged roof drains, water leaks into
the building, loose electrical connections, and broken doors/hatches.
• Maintenance tasks are promptly completed as scheduled.
• Multiple journeymen are assigned to the city who have a broad range of qualifications,
including the following certifications: NATE, NCI, Daiken, Honeywell, Johnson
Controls, and ABB/Yasakawa drives.
• Our long-term relationship with the City allows our internal staff, including our
dispatcher and project manager, to correctly assign technicians based upon need and to
follow all of the City rules and procedures correctly the first time.
• No OSHA/safety violations or City policy violations over the past 49 years.
We are a full -service air-conditioning company with the ability to service complex systems,
service DDC / pneumatic controls, replace ductwork/piping, retrofit existing systems, and
replace systems with our own forces.
• Air conditioning service, repairs and planned maintenance.
• Replacement of HVAC equipment and control systems.
• Extended warranty on air conditioning equipment.
We are fully compliant with DIR and City certified payroll requirements.
We have the following contractor licenses: B, C-4, C-20, C-36 and C-38
We are a licensed General Contractor and can handle prime contract HVAC related work. Please
see our website for more information about the company. www.finthomas.com.
• Daikin and Fujitsu authorized service Contractor.
• Carrier CCN and I-Vu Certified Gold Integrator.
• Licensed and bonded up to $2.5 million per job.
Our lead technicians are all Journeymen with 10+ years of experience. They have training and
experience with Screw and centrifugal chillers, multi -stack chillers, VFDs, cooling towers, large,
packaged equipment, boilers, pumps, and variable flow split systems. Additionally, they have
been full time lead technicians for the past 5 years and has managed other large public facilities,
such as the City of Highland and Perris Elementary School District.
I am your administrative point of contact. He has worked at F.M. Thomas for the past 20 years
and is the Vice President. I oversees large account management (companywide) and deal with a
variety of issues, from initial kick off meetings, site walk through and surveys, billing disputes,
and monthly meetings.
If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call.
Si r �
Mi hael Feyka,
Vice President
Toll Free (800) 660-0891
mfeyka@frnthomas.com
F.M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING, INC.
YOUR COMMERCIAL SERVICE & CONTROLS SPECIALISTS ... Since 1974
Contractor License #313574
Tel. 800.660.0891
Fax: 714.738.0886
www.fmthomas.com
DIR# 1000003383
F. M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.
231 Gemini Ave, Brea, CA 92821
Email: mfeykakfmthomas.com I URL: www.fmthomas.com
Phone: (714) 738-1062
January 19, 2026
Department/Ind. Agency: City of La Quinta
Sub -Tier:
Office: Purchasing
Contact Information: Carley Escarrega, E: cescarrega(&LaQuintaCA.gov, , P:760-777-7096
Subject: F. M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. Response to HVAC Maintenance & On -Call
Ms. Escarrega,
F. M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. is pleased to present our response for Solicitation
Number: On -Call HVAC Maintenance Services.
F. M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. is a Total Small Business that possesses the skills and
capabilities necessary to perform the stated requirements. Please see attached response
enclosures and view our website at www.fmthomas.com.
Please consider this an official request to submit our proposal for HVAC services, dated January
19, 2026. Please also review the below required information as requested:
• Number of years in business — 51
• Taxpayer ID: 95-2972859
• Number of years performing HVAC services 51
• Resumes attached
• Firm Ownership Ca C Corporation
o Thomas Feyka, President 49%
o Carolyn Feyka, Secretary / Treasurer 51 %
• References attached
• This quote is good for 90 days from the date of this letter.
F. M. Thomas Corporate Office Location 1 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 928211 Phone: 714.738.1062
Coachella Valley 146-660 Washington Suite 1, La Quinta, CA 92253 1 Phone: 760.564.6060
Primary Contact: Michael Feyka
Company: F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.
Cell Phone: 714-474-1364
F. M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. Company Information:
- Company Name: F. M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.
- CAGE: OWJ95, DUNS#: 072265895
- Company Address: 231 Gemini Ave, Brea, CA 92821
- Company Point of Contact: Michael Feyka, E: mfe kaAfinthomas.com I P: (714) 738-
1062
- URL: www.fmthomas.com
- NAICS: 238220, 811310, 811412
- Business Status: Total Small Business; Women -Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- Contract Vehicles: GSA Schedule 03FAC, Contract: 47QSHA18DOOIK
- Domestic or Foreign Owned: Domestically Owned
Please feel free to contact me directly if you need any further information or have any questions.
Thank you for your service.
Re ectfully,
Vey
Mi hael Feyka �no
F. M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.
E: mfe kakfmthomas.com I P: (714) 738-1062
Enclosure(s): F. M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. Response
F. M. Thomas Corporate Office Location 1 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 928211 Phone: 714.738.1062
Coachella Valley 1 46-660 Washington Suite 1, La Quinta, CA 92253 1 Phone: 760.564.6060
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REFERENCES
INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB 2025)
ON -CALL HVAC REPAIR SERVICES FOR CITY OF LA QUINTA
Reference 1
Organization name:
Contact and title:
Desert Regional Medical Ctr
Andy Caffrey, Dir. of Engineering
Address:
Phone number:
760-323-6302
1150 N. Indian Canyon Road
Email Address:
Palm Springs, Ca 92263
andrew.caffrey@tenethealth.com
Effective date of contract:
Value of Contract:
2008 - present
$1 M annual)
Description of products/services provided:
Scheduled maintenance, repair, and emergency response to HVAC systems
Hospital wide
Reference 2
Organization name:
Contact and title:
KESQ Gulf Coast Broadcasting
Luis Lua, Assistant Dir. of Engineering
Address:
Phone number:
760-343-5700
31276 Durham Way
Email Address:
Thousand Palms, Ca 92276
luis.lua@cbslocal2.com
Effective date of contract:
Value of Contract:
2018 - Present
$512,000 per year
Description of products/services provided:
HVAC maintenance and service
Major systems replacement
DDC controls service and installation
Reference 3
Organization name:
Contact and title:
Augustine Casino
Max Garcia, Dir. of Facilities
Address:
Phone number:
+1 760 275 0058
84001 Avenue 54, Coachella,
Email Address:
CA 92236-9780
mcastro@augustinecastino.com
Effective date of contract:
Value of Contract:
2010 - Present
$150,000 / year
Description of products/services provided:
HVAC maintenance, service, retrofit, controls
Major systems replacement
RATE SCHEDULE 2026
F.M. THOMAS CERTIFIES BELOW THAT ALL RATES INCL UDE THE CURRENT CA DIR PREVAILING
WAGE FOR JOURNEY -LEVEL CLASSIFICATIONS AND PROPOSED TECHNICIANS ARE FULL-TIME,
PERMANENT STAFF OF F.M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING
F.M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING
Thomas Feyka, President
Billin,- Rate Form
hourly billing rates for Technicians and Material/Rental mark-ups.
Line Item No.
Service Request/Work Orders — 24-hour on -site response
Hourly Rate
MARKET RATES
1
Journeyman Technician Regular hourly rate (M-F) lam 3.30 pm (1st 8 hours)
$185.00
2
Journeyman Technician Overtime hourly rate
$210.00
3
Journeyman Technician Holiday hourly rate
$240.00
4
Controls Regular hourly rate
$185.00
5
Controls Overtime hourly rate
$210.00
6
Controls Holiday hourly rate
$240.00
For informational purposes only:
Percentage
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Material Mark-up
40%
$
lRental Mark-up / Subcontractors
40%
Special Charges
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refrigerant waste disposal
$97.50
10
acid test kit
$21.50
11
truck charge (per service call)
$45.00
12
A - frame
$250.00
13
Rodding machine
$250.00
14
welding (silver sodder)
$85.00
15
welding
$102.00
16
Mapp gas
$29.50
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Nitrogen
$74.00
18
CO2
$48.75
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Refrigerant recovery 31# and over
$375.00
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Refrigerant recovery 30# and under
$250.00
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computer access
$117.00
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Emergency On -Call Fee
$300.00
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ON -CALL SERVICES FOR HVAC MAINT & REPAIR
PROJECT TEAM organizational chart
1.2 1.3 CORPORATE ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
1.3 Present an organization chart showing the key personnel for the project. Provide resumes of
key personnel showing education, work experience and other credentials appropriate to
performing the services.
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F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning Inc.
Thomas Feyka, President
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Steve Hermosill F.M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONIN
Service Manager SUB -CONTRACTORS
Lead Technician
William Hermann
HVAC Service
Field Technician
Rick Lizzaraga,
Journeyman HVA
Mechanic
HVAC Service
Field Technician
James Vandie
Mickey Cobb
Journeyman HVAC
Technician
HVAC Service
Field Technician
Matt Kisvardy
Journeyman HVAC
Chiller Mechanic
DDC Controls
Applied Systems
CITY OF LA QUINTA
ON -CALL SERVICES FOR HVAC MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
January 19, 2026
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HVAC Service
Field Technician
Cary Floyd
Journeyman HVAC
Chiller Mechanic
Hydronic systems
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F.M. THOMAS
AIR CONDITIONING, INC.
YOUR COMMERCIAL SERVICE & CONTROLS SPECIALISTS ... Since 1974
Contractor License #313574
Tel. 800.660.0891
Fax: 714.738.0886
www.fmthomas.com
January 19, 2026
City of La Quinta
Public Works / Operations
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
Attn: Carley Escarrega
RE: Staffing and Service Plan On Call HVAC Maintenance RFP 25
Section A: Primary Office Location is 231 Gemini Ave, Brea, Ca 92821
Regional Office—46-660 Washington St. Ste 1, La Quinta, Ca 92253
Section B: Technicians
Superintendent: Jim Vandie — 909-519-2185
Foreman/Lead Worker: William Hermann 714/453-7245
Support Technican(s): Jim Vandie — 909-519-2185 and Ryan Bustos 951-640-4542
Cary Floyd — 714-317-3107, Mickey Cobb 310-408-1534
Controls Supervisor: George Anthony — 310-995-3790
Please see Resume's (enclosed).
Section C: Account Manager —
Michael Feyka, Vice President
21 years with company
714-474-1364
Section C(a): Dispatcher -
Steve Hermosillo — 909-973-1739
9 years at FM Thomas, 17 years of field experience as a technician
F. M. Thomas Corporate Office Location 1 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 1 Phone: 714.738.1062
Coachella Valley 1 46-660 Washington Suite 1, La Quinta, CA 92253 1 Phone: 760.564.6060
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Section D: Spare Parts:
Spare parts are handled in 3 ways. (1) Common use items, such as transducers, contactors, refrigerant and fuses are
stored on the trucks. (2) Common use and readily available items, such as fractional horsepower motors, belts, and
compressors can be quickly picked up at the local parts house. (3) Critical HVAC equipment (such as server rooms)
we will provide the customer with a list of "spare parts" that are either hard to get or common to fail and store those
parts on site.
Section E: Service Requests
• Steve Hermosillo is at the office from 6 am to 5 pm M-F. For immediate service you can call him directly
(above) and he can provide a dispatch.
• You can call our main number, 800-660-0891, 7 days a week and get in contact with Steve or another
dispatcher for immediate service.
• You can email you account manager, mfeyka@fmthomas.com. He checks email 7 days a week and can
support service requests.
• You can text your account manager, 7144741364, and he will immediately respond and work on your service
request.
• You can place a service call thru our website, www.fmthomas.com and someone will get back to you within 1
hour.
For correspondences you may use the following email addresses:
Lead Account Representative: Michael Feyka mfeyka@fmthomas.com
Invoicing: invoices@fmthomas.com
Dispatcher: steveh@fmthomas.com
Office Manager and back-up Dispatcher: rritchie@fmthomas.com
Requests for copies of invoices should be sent to the Invoicing email. You may also call any of us at 714/738-1062.
Our 24-hour service number is 800/660-0891. Our business office is available between 7AM and 5PM, Monday thru
Friday. Our Dispatcher, Steve Hermosillo, works 7AM-4PM, Monday thru Friday and our Office Manager/Back-up
Dispatcher, Renee Ritchie, works from 8:30AM-5PM.
Sinc ely,
Mic ael Feyka, Vic Presid nt
Toll Free (800) 660-0891
mfeyka@fmthomas.com
F. M. Thomas Corporate Office Location 1 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 1 Phone: 714.738.1062
Coachella Valley 1 46-660 Washington Suite 1, La Quinta, CA 92253 1 Phone: 760.564.6060
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F. M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING, INC.
Contractor's License # 313574 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821
(800)660-0891 FAX(714)738-0886 (714)738-1062
January 19, 2026
City of La Quinta
Public Works / Operations
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
Attn: Carley Escarrega
EMPLOYEE LIST
This is our current list of field technicians who are available for HVAC service requests (service calls and
maintenance.)
employee number
first name
middle initial
last name
167
Kyle
Barnett
278
Ernest
E
Burruel
277
Ran
Bustos
94
Mickey
A
Cobb
174
Steven
Conejo
111
Cary
Floyd
253
Corey
A
Galal
93
Osvaldo
O
Garcia
279
Kenneth
Henderson
60
William
Hermann
194
Matthew
Kisvarda
139
James
B
Lansford
137
Ricardo
Lizarra a
147
Mark
Mills
106
James
P
Pelke
30
James
Vandie
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Michael
I am your administrative point of contact. I have worked at FM Thomas for over 20 years and am currently the
Vice President. I oversee large account management (companywide) and supervise all technical issues that may
arise 7 days a week.
If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call. .
Sincerely,
Michael Feyka, Vice President
Toll Free (800) 660-0891
mfeyka@fmthomas.com
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INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
Michael Feyka
F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc
(name) hereby acknowledge and confirm that
(name of company) has reviewed
the City's indemnification and minimum insurance requirements as listed in Exhibits E and
F of the City's Agreement for Contract Services (Attachment 1); and declare that insurance
certificates and endorsements verifying compliance will be provided if an agreement is awarded.
I am Vice President
(Title)
of F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.
(Company)
Commercial General Liability (at least as broad as ISO CG 0001)
$1,000,000 (per occurrence); $2,000,000 (general aggregate)
Must include the following endorsements:
General Liability Additional Insured
General Liability Primary and Noncontributory
Commercial Auto Liability (at least as broad as ISO CA 0001)
$1,000,000 (per accident)
Personal Auto Declaration Page if applicable
Worker's Compensation (per statutory requirements)
Must include the following endorsements:
Worker's Compensation Waiver of Subrogation
Worker's Compensation Declaration of Sole Proprietor if applicable
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ATTACHMENT 3
NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT FORM
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
11 Michael Feyka (name) hereby declare as follows:
I am Vice President
of F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.
(Title) (Company)
the party making the foregoing proposal, that the proposal is not made in the interest of, or on behalf
of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation; that the
proposal is genuine and not collusive or sham; that the proposer has not directly or indirectly induced
or solicited any other proposer to put in a false or sham proposal, and has not directly or indirectly
colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any proposer or anyone else to put in a sham proposal,
or that anyone shall refrain from proposing; that the proposer has not in any manner, directly or
indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the proposal price of
the proposer or any other proposer, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the proposal price,
or of that of any other proposer, or to secure any advantage against the public body awarding the
agreement of anyone interested in the proposed agreement; that all statements contained in the
proposal are true; and, further, that the proposer has not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her
proposal price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative
hereto, or paid, and will not pay, any fee to any corporation, partnership, company, association,
organization, proposal depository, or to any member or agent thereof to effectuate a collusive or sham
proposal.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and
correct.
Proposer Signature:
Proposer Name: Michael Feyka
Proposer Title: Vice President
Company Name: F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.
Address: 231 Gemini Ave, Brea, Ca 92821
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDA
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal;
If no addenda has been issued, mark "N/A" under Addendum No. indicating
Not Applicable and sign
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Mark Mills
P.O. Box 1358
Banning CA 92220
As a mechanical system's professional with 40 years of experience, I have exceptional
knowledge of commercial and industrial systems. I have provided service of large-scale
equipment for hospitals, national retailers, manufacturers, hotels, multi -family, school districts,
and government agencies. My skill set, training, and team working will prove to be an asset to
your organization.
Skills:
• Factory training Water cooled and air-cooled chillers
•Training and experience in the following brands: CVHE, RTHA, TRAA, TRCA, AFDS, YT,
YCAV, YCA, WSC, WDC, WCC, AGZ, microtech,
•Steam Boilers
•Steam to hot water heat exchangers
•Low pressures team humidifiers
•Factory trained on LG Multi-V equipment
•ABB, Danfoss, and Siemens VFD drives
•Reciprocating compressors - troubleshooting, repairs, overhaul, and replacement
•Chill and hot water pump - repairs and replacement
•Boiler - troubleshooting, repairs, and replacement
•Water towers - troubleshooting, repairs, and replacement
•Air flow - troubleshooting, repairs, and replacement
•Exhaust systems
•Pneumatic controls
•Air compressors
•VAV systems
•Multizone systems
•Air to air and water source heat pump - repairs and replacement
•480-volt switchgear
•Control wiring
•Electric motors
•Rigging of equipment for removal and replacement
•Blueprints
•Wiring Diagrams
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Experience:
FM Thomas Air-conditioning 2020-Present
Technician Brea, CA
-Commercial and Industrial HVAC Systems
-Maintenance, repair, replace, and new installations
Desert Regional Medical Center 2019-2020
Stationary Engineer Palm Springs, CA
-Monitor and adjust temperatures in critical areas
-Dispatch hospital building technicians as needed
•Inspect and maintain all central plant systems, such as:
-Siemens building management system
-Honeywell fire control system
-Centrifugal water chillers
-Steam boilers
-Steam to hot water heat exchanges
-Steam humidifiers
-Chill and hot water air handlers
-Plant and hospital compressed air systems
-Medical gas systems
-Emergency generators
FM Thomas Air-conditioning 2017-2019
Technician Brea, CA
-Commercial and Industrial HVAC Systems
-Maintenance, repair, replace, and new installations
CBRE 2016
Lead Building Engineer Westminster, CA
*Account start up
-Provide total maintenance, repair and project management for Southern California Edison
-HVAC, plumbing, fire systems, electrical, lighting
LG Electronics CAC Division 2014-2016
Multi V Specialist Western States Region Western States
-Equipment Commissioning
-Factory technical support for contractors and equipment representatives
-Field training for contractors and equipment representatives
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CBRE
Senior Building Engineer
-Account start up
2011-2014
Fullerton, CA
-Provide total maintenance, repair and project management for Iron Mountain document storage
-HVAC, plumbing, fire systems, electrical lighting
ProStar Mechanical 2009-2011
Supervisor Anaheim, CA
•RayPark Boiler Dealer
-Maintenance, repair, installation, and retrofit of hot water systems
-Project estimating and management
Weather Master Air Conditioning 1994-2009
Owner/Operator Orange, CA
-Job estimating, coordination, equipment sales, service contracts, and customer relations
-Perform maintenance, overhaul, installation, service, repair and replacement of equipment
Weather Master Air Conditioning
1981-1994
Service Tech Orange, CA
-Maintenance, repair and installation of commercial/industrial HVAC equipment
Training:
Education:
LG Multi V Advanced Training
Liebert Environmental Technical Training
RSES Air -Flow Seminar
Carrier Centrifugal Fundamentals Course and School II
Lennox 4S Commercial Multizone/VAV Heating and Air Conditioning
Lennox 3 S Commercial Heating and Air Conditioning
Johnson Control Systems for Automatic Regulation of HVAC
Carrier Operating and Maintenance Training Course
Cen Tra Vac Owner, Operation and Maintenance Seminar
Trane Air Measurement and Balance Service Training Program
Los Angeles Trade Tech
Los Angeles, CA
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Summary
Skills
Experience
RYAN BUSTOS
Beaumont, CA 92223 1 951-640-4542 1 ryan4bustos@gmail.com
Dependable professional with strong background installing, maintaining and repairing systems
and components. Maintains equipment safety and performance with in-depth inspections and
corrections. Dedicated to quality and always professional. Qualified Service Technician
versed in machinery, electronics and basic principles of essential job functions. Solid
background in diagnosing and resolving performance problems. Advises customers on
preventive maintenance and configurations with potential to impact product performance.
Hardworking skilled at diagnostics and repairs. Proactive and communicative with strong
background in cultivating client satisfaction and loyalty. Well -versed in composing service
reports to detail completed work. Great problem -solver with strong background as qualified.
Knowledgeable about different automotive systems, parts and typical problems. Brings
proven abilities in locating sources of faults and completing quality repairs.
• Quality Assurance
• Testing and Analysis
• Regulatory Compliance
• Equipment Inspection
• Component Troubleshooting
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Scheduling and Coordination
• Technical Support
• Troubleshooting and Analysis
• Mechanical Abilities
• Customer Service
Senior Service Technician
• Documentation and Reporting
• Safety Procedures Adherence
• Installation and Repair
• Service Ticket Accuracy
• Operating Test Equipment
• Troubleshooting and Diagnosis
• Problem and Issue Resolution
• Expertise in Installations
• Air Conditioning Service
• Repair Cost Estimation
Jan 2022 to Current
F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. — Brea, CA
• Communicated with clients for outstanding customer service and to increase repeat
business.
• Followed established safety rules, OSHA guidelines and company safety policies and
procedures.
• Trained new team members on service processes to increase productivity.
• Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
• Traveled to customer locations to complete work for pre-set appointments.
• Conducted service appointments to diagnose and fix problems.
• Examined previously completed work for accuracy.
• Set up and operated mechanical and manual tools and equipment.
• Reconditioned and repaired machine systems and components to return to operation.
• Handled yearly and preventive maintenance to keep vehicles in good working
condition.
• Logged services performed in service ticket system.
• Completed documentation promptly, enabling service requests to be properly
recorded and tracked.
• Installed refrigeration, heating and air conditioning systems, positioning compressors,
motors and other components in accordance with design specifications.
• Repaired, adjusted or replaced defective HVAC elements to bring systems back to full
functionality. 21
• Serviced units to residential and commercial heating and air conditioning customers.
• Maintained safe working environment with proper execution of HVAC guidelines and
usage of PPE equipment.
• Performed all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Used troubleshooting methods on HVAC components to diagnose and repair heat
pumps, fireplace, geothermal, furnaces and air conditioning equipment.
• Conducted brazing, threading pipe and tasks to complete service calls.
• Collaborated with contractor representatives, supervisors, co-workers and
sub -contractors on job sites to streamline operations.
• Interpreted construction drawings and cut sheets in field.
Main Campus Service Tech
Mar 2017 to Jan 2022
California Baptist University — Riverside, CA
• Monitor, operate, and maintain computerized safety control systems
• Monitor, operate, maintain, repair generators and back up generators
• Monitor, operate, maintain, repair high pressure/low pressure steam boilers
• Monitor, operate, maintain, repair chillers, cooling towers, pump, closed loop
systems, and all other hvac system.
• Monitor, operate, maintain, repair vacuum pump system
• Monitor, operate, maintain, fire alarm and fire systems
• Operators evaluate operating systems, make adjustments, troubleshoot repair
activities and assign work to other maintenance division staff.
• work independently and without direction.
Hospital Plant Engineer
Oct 2011 to Mar 2017
HCA Riverside Community Hospital — Riverside, CA
• monitor up to (8) high pressure steam boilers, repair, control, entire hospital steam
loop system, along with chemical testing, make chemical adjustments
• Monitor up to (20) chill pump loop systems, repair, control, replace pumps
• Monitor up to (12) 200 plus ton chillers located inside 3 mechanical room locations,
repair, control, operate, entire hospital closed loop systems, take round reading,
adjust BAS system as needed, report turn overs, and lock out tag out procedures.
• Monitor up to (10) CAT generators, repair, maintain, and record round with weekly
test
• Monitor and maintain operating room temps/ humidity control, 02 levels/ pressures,
logs
• Monitor up to (16) hospital grade vacuum system, maintain, control, repair, adjust
• Monitor up to (2) cogeneration plant by way of steam turbine powered, repair,
maintain, adjusted as needed.
• Control soft water loop system
• Wielding from 1 /4 copper up to 14in iron pipe
• Report directly to plant director
• work indepeditly with out direction
Education and Training
High School Diploma
West Torrance High School — Torrance, CA
Jun 1993
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39810 Wild Flower DR
Highland CA, 92346
626-632-9157
skunk960grilail.com
OBJECTIVE To work for a good reputable company and grow with them.
SKILLS & ABILITIES Dedicated, ambitious attention to detail HVAC professional with seventeen
years of industry experience, including installation, maintenance, service,
sales, supervision and management. Able to work on various systems
including but not limited to Chillers -Water cooled and air cooled (Trane
CGAM York YCAL Carrier) commercial package units, Controls (Distech,
Metasys, Tracer sunnmit), VAV systems, VFDs (ABB, Yaskawa, Danfoss),
Split systems, Heat punps, Water source heat pumps, Boilers (Lochinvar),
actuators, cooling towers. Also, able to create maintenance schedules, run
big contracts (8Million dollar contract), run equipment changeout jobs.
Oversee a department of 12 technicians, approve timecards, work with
windows software (excel, windows, one note, power point), also able to
create quotes up to $40K, Safety trained in LOTO, OSHA 30 general
industry, able to create safety plans for government work. Come up with
solutions to complicated subjects regarding safety and industry related
complications. Obtained Niagara 4 technical certification.
EXPERIENCE LEAD HVAC Technician - F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning
8/2022-Present
Responsible for various on -call and PM accounts along the 10 and 15 corridor and high
desert. Act as lead technician for major repairs such as replacement of pumps, compressors,
coils, drain pans, and VAV boxes. Supervise apprentices and tradesmen.
SERVICE TECHNICIAN / F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning
5/2013-7/2022
Manage multiple contracts (Cannp Pendleton HVAC 5-year contract/ Sacramento DMEA 5-
year contract/ 29 Palnls multiple service 2-year contract) oversee contract budget, manage
multiple trades (HVAC-DDC-Boilers), submit proposals for equipment repairs, manage
maintenance department, communicate to the Government equipment conditions, attend
monthly Government meetings for multiple projects. Hire work force, I also work closely
with Safety officer to provide the Government with a proposal for repairs and safety plans
to execute proposed work. Oversee project hours and quality of work. Troubleshoot
complicated HVAC issues and DDC issues, replace, commission and program Lon
controllers, perform weekly tech training.
QUALITY CONTROL
5/2011-4/2013
Perform QC on maintenance work, create spreadsheets containing equipment condition
information for customers, subrrpg proposals for repairs and equipment replacement.
Perform routine service calls, inspect repairs done by other HVAC technicians, attend
maintenance meetings. Assist controls department with controls commissioning, points list
HVAC TECH, CAMP PENDLETON FMD.
2011-2013
Troubleshoot and repair various equipment, including VFDs, Chillers, Cooling towers,
Package units, split systems, Controls, Air Handlers, Fan coils, Boilers, Pumps. Installed
multiple Fujitsu Cassette systems. Able to repair complicated air related issues. Replace
pumps, seals, motors, compressors, coils etc.
HVAC TECHII/QUALCOMM
2010-2011
Performed maintenance to HVAC equipment, troubleshoot HVAC equipment- Chillers,
boilers, package units, humidifiers, pumps, cooling towers, using BMS. Inspect contractor
repairs and unit replacement, to ensure the best results for the company. Ordered my own
parts and created SOP for repairs for Project manager.
LEAD INSTALLER-TECHNICIAN/ROHAN & SONS.
2007-2009
Performed installation of residential and commercial equipment. Installed equipment on
custom million -dollar homes, installed/commission new equipment, troubleshoot split
systems, package units, zoning systems, new construction of residential and light
commercial. Performed preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment (change belts, filter,
test SOP).
LEAD INSTALLER-TECHNICIAN/CALIFORNIA COMFORT SYSTEMS.
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Performed installation of new equipment on commercial jobs, also did tenant improvement
project, troubleshoot package units, did start-up and assisted with equipment
commissioning, installed duct work, rectangular and spiral duct. Performed air balancing
using blueprints.
INSTALLER -TECH HELPER/NATIONAL AIR AND EN ERGY.
2003-2006
Performed installation of new equipment on commercial jobs, also did tenant improvement
project, installed duct work, rectangular and spiral duct. Performed air balancing using
blueprints. Performed cooling tower chemical treatment, helped with commissioning new
construction jobs.
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EDUCATION UCSD EXTENSION
HVAC system design/HVAC DDC basics/HVAC-DDC system design.
PALOMAR COLLEGE
HVAC/Electrical
OTHER CERTS AND EPA -Universal I Yaskawa VFD from RSD I Trane TR200-2000 I Trane
TRAINING chillers I ECS basics controls (Metasys) I Niagara 4 technical cent.
OTHER HVAC instructor at UEl college.
REFERENCES MICHAEL LEGGITT
Project Manager/ Aragon construction.
858-602-7224
RICHARD RITZ
Quality control manager/ Aragon construction.
484-357-0389
SAM ABDULGHANI
Operations manager/ LTS
619-456-3823
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James Vandie
1931 Praed Street
Riverside, Ca 92503
Home: 951/603-2045
Cell:
Email: iimvandie@vahoo.com
Summary of Qualifications
Eighteen years HVAC commercial service and refrigeration along with welding skills that include
mig, tig, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), soft solder and brazing. Experienced pipe fitter,
lathe, mill operations and steel fabrication. Commercial and residential new construction and
retrofit projects. Extensive safety training through North Star Steel, Arizona
Professional Experience
FM Thomas Air Conditioning Inc
Brea, Ca
2006-Present
HVAC service and refrigeration technician with nine (9) years experience in the Service
Department. Responsibilities include service calls (package and split systems), installation of
sheetmetal duct work, piping copper and steel, startup of new equipment.
Barr Engineering
Santa Fe Springs, Ca
2005-2006
HVAC technician. Installation of commercial retrofit systems, DX and chilled water.
Canyon Air Systems Inc
2001-2005
Glendora, Ca
HVAC technician. Installation of heating and air conditioning systems with responsibility for
rough and finish installation as well as quality control of the finished install.
North Star Steel, Arizona
2000-2001
Kingman, Az
Millwright. Responsible for maintaining and repairing all melt shop equipment. Steel
fabrication and troubleshooting for mechanical and hydraulic systems. Prepared equipment for
plant shut down.
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Mark Salazar
1931 Praed Street
Riverside, Ca 92503
Home: 951/603-2045
Cell: 951/870-8842
Email: ms2390@att.net
Sentry Mechanical 1999-2000
Anaheim, Ca
HVAC technician. Installation of systems for commercial and residential, new construction and
retrofit projects.
North Star Steel, Arizona 1997-1999
Kingman, Az
Millwright. Responsible for maintaining plant operations. Steel fabrication and
troubleshooting for mechanical and hydraulic systems as well as assist in steel processing on DC
furnace
Education
Nate Core Certification
Mount San Antonio College: various HVAC related classes
EPA Universal Certification
HVAC practical schools: Certificate of completion
2008
2006-2008
2004
1990
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F. M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING, INC.
Contractor's License # 313574 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821
(800)660-0891 FAX(714)738-0886 (714)738-1062
January 19, 2026
City of La Quinta
Public Works / Operations
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
Attn: Carley Escarrega
QUALITY CONTROL MANAGEMENT PLAN
Introduction: F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning is a service company by trade. This means that
dealing with quality control is an integrated part of the business. We do thousands of service
calls per year, and it is not uncommon that 1-2% of them lead to complaints and unsatisfactory
outcomes; It is, after all, a business of dealing with problems.
Quality Assurance Program: Many companies use long and drawn out professionally written
procedure manuals for Quality Assurance, and that's great, but they often fail to live up to such
expectations because Quality Assurance ultimately comes down to the staff on the ground
working together for a common good outcome. F.M. Thomas excels at Quality Assurance for
the following reasons:
a. Experience: We have 2 generations (49 years) of direct experience in customer service;
in fact, we are one of the few companies in the commercial space that has a higher
percentage of service revenue than construction revenue.
a. We currently maintain (7) other Citywide maintenance accounts.
b. Long Term Outlook: All of our lead technicians have been with the company for more
than 20 years, all of our office staff have been with us more than 10 years, and our best
accounts have been with us for more than 10 years. Stability, consistency, and
reliability lead to people being invested in the best outcomes for our customers.
c. Investment in Fundamentals: We have a strict policy of following factory standards in
service and repair. When the technician completes the job, the system meets all of the
requirements of optimal performance, including the correct amperages, temperatures,
pressures, mechanical tolerances, refrigerant measurements and software accuracy.
Additionally, there are no oil spots, grinding bearings, or flashing error codes.
Policies and Procedures (abbreviated): We discuss policies and procedures in greater detail
on our method of approach, Business Prospectus, and Letter of Introduction
• Subcontractors: We mitigate performance issues with subcontractors much the same
way as field staff, stability, reliability, and consistency; What this means for the County
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is that we use common vendors whom we develop common processes with to ensure
good outcomes.
We ensure performance thru the following specific procedures:
o Annual job start meetings:
■ Define FMT Expectations of the subs.
■ Emphasis OEM procedures to be followed.
■ Confirm they have the lead technicians' contact information.
■ Define customer on site policies and procedures (such as parking)
■ Confirm that uniforms and lettered trucks are being used.
■ Verify staff are being screened annually with background checks and drug
screenings.
■ Define pricing and quoting policies and confirm existing pricing is
accurate to scope of work.
■ Define lay down locations for stock and locations of available trash
disposal.
• Inspections:
■ Our Service foreman will take pictures and inspect the performance of the
equipment comparable to the customer's expected services. Deficiencies
will be noted and services will be completed.
■ Walk around inspections will be done to check for common red flags such
as scale and rust build up.
■ Service Foreman will conduct routine meetings with lead technician(s) to
ensure their procedures and expectations are followed.
• Quality Control documentation: Included in our proposal are common forms that are
filled out, such as inspection checklists and work order tickets, that define who, where
and when equipment was serviced.
o Records are maintained per customer both digitally and physically at our site.
Our dispatcher is a former technician of 19 years and is fully capable of reading
and interpreting customer requests for clarification of records.
• Warranty: We have a policy of 1-year parts and labor warranties on work completed.
Upon notification of a warranty, we will immediately dispatch a technician to inspect the
issue and determine the warranty status. Warranty items are repaired with the same
urgency as non -warranty repairs.
o Should the issue not be a warranty, or the trouble call is a combination of
warranty and non -warranty, the warranty work will be completed, and a quote
will be provided for the non -warranty work.
• Equipment: Most of the equipment used to perform the services needed are on our
trucks. Enclosed is a list of truck stock typically carried to perform HVAC
maintenance and repair. Additionally, FMT equipment used will be the following:
o Use of on -site storage of filters and belts
o Hoses to be left in accessible locations on site for quick service.
o Extra bottles of common refrigerant left on site (R134a, R410a, R22)
o Common rigging equipment, such as come a longs, for rigging of motors and
compressors.
o Storage of extra rock salt for Annex cooling tower
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o Storage of surplus nonchemical Brine treatments for HQ water treatment (inside
mechanical room)
o Storage of 4-6 surplus in line filters for chilled water lines
0 6' and 10' ladders
Common Problem:
1. Complaints: Customer is not satisfied with the outcome due to either administrative or
production outcomes
2. Unsatisfactory outcomes: The end result does not meet expectations (ex. The boiler is
not producing 180-degree water at the designated flow rate.)
Solution:
1. Define the problem. (common)
a. Set point is wrong.
b. Flame sensors or controllers malfunctioning
c. Tube bundle is rotted out / compromised.
d. The blower motor failed.
2. Store common parts for emergency repairs (such as belts and fuses)
3. Recommend replacement of components subject to common failure on a schedule
a. Contactors every 2-3 years
b. Fan capacitors annually
c. Belts annually
d. Wash evaporator coils annually)
e. Replace backup batteries annually (thermostats)
f. Replace liquid line driers (5 years)
4. Conduct Eddy currents every 5-7 years to verify no leaks. (chillers)
5. Clean fire boxes annually
6. Exercise valves to ensure they don't freeze up (hydronic systems)
7. Review weather conditions and re-evaluate startup schedules on expected cold days
(pre -heat building prior to 7 am)
If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call. .
Vy,Feyka, 4ice Pr Osident
Toll Free (800) 660-0891
mfeyka@finthomas.com
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F.M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING, INC.
YOUR COMMERCIAL SERVICE & CONTROLS SPECIALISTS ... Since 1974
Contractor License #313574
Tel. 800.660.0891
Fax: 714.738.0886
www.fmthomas.com
D I R #1000003383
BACKGROUND AND PROJECT SUMMARY
Staffing and capabilities Resources
DATE: January 19, 2026
TO: Carley Escarrega
FROM: Michael Feyka
RE: La Quinta HVAC Maintenance Services
The intent and purpose of this document is to outline our understanding of HVAC maintenance contracts,
provide the City with background information on F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, and additional
qualifications that demonstrate our ability to service The City of La Quinta.
F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning has been a public works contractor for 50 years and has extensive experience
in Campus / Citywide service contracts. F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning currently holds HVAC service and
maintenance contracts with (7) other Cities and various municipalities of comparable size and scale,
including the Cities of Downey, La Mirada, Highland, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach PD, City of Placentia,
City of Moreno Valley, City of Los Angeles General Services and Parks and Recreation, and Gardena.
Additionally, we provide similar maintenance services to several local municipalities, including
Elsinore Valley Water District, Inland Empire Utilities, Perris Elementary School District (do all
maintenance for 13 schools), Camp Pendleton (Hospital) Orange County Public Works, and March
Air Reserve Base.
Our lead Technician, Mark Mills, is an accomplished Journeyman who has a great deal of experience
managing relevant large accounts, including Desert Regional Hospital. (Resume Attached)
Factory trained and knowledgeable Journeyman technicians capable of making all necessary repairs.
Same day response for emergencies and next day response for non -emergencies.
Implementation of an organized and well -coordinated service plan to ensure timely and accurate
service on all HVAC equipment as per the schedule.
F. M. Thomas Corporate Office Location 1 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 1 Phone: 714.738.1062
Coachella Valley 1 46-660 Washington Suite 1, La Quinta, CA 92253 1 Phone: 760.564.6060
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• Excellent communication between F.M. Thomas and City representatives
• Monthly meetings to discuss services completed and recommendations to maintain equipment.
• Detailed service records and trending analysis
• No safety or health violations recorded.
• Strict Adherence to prevailing wages and apprenticeship requirements.
Understanding of Service Agreement: We recommend monthly quarterly, semi-annual and annual
maintenance services per ASHRAE 180 and the City service standard procedures. These include common
activities, such as checking pressure drops across filters, washing coils, monthly chemical treatment (closed
loop), annual refrigerant leak inspections, tightening electrical connections, verifying good operation of
thermostats and control devices, replacing belts annually, lubrication of bearings, dampers, and linkages,
checking sight glasses, and inspection for cleanliness of condenser tubes, condenser coils, and running
systems in heating and cooling modes to verify good operation. The end goal is to provide the City with
factory level maintenance and to regularly report unscheduled repairs so that action can be taken to make the
corrections. We routinely replace minor components as per the contract to mitigate larger scale repairs.
Typical components include contactors, capacitors, belts, transformers, and fuses.
ABOUT F.M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING
About F.M. Thomas Air Conditioniniz: F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning has been in continuous business with
the same owners for 49 years. We specialize in public works HVAC service, repair, and retrofit. We have
staff and systems in place to handle common issues such as administrative paperwork, certified payroll,
monthly billings, and technical meetings with City staff. Our technical staff regularly participates in
technical training classes and is fully versed in repair and maintenance of packaged, applied/built up, and
DDC controls. Our typical response time for service calls is same day or next day. We have other accounts
in the Inland Empire and can typically respond within 2-4 hours. Our callback rate for the past 10 years
has been less than 1% of our total service volume.
Resumes of supervisors
Tom Feyka - President
Fifty years of industry experience. Founding owner of F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. President for
Fifty years.
• Education: AA degree from Los Angeles Trade Technical College, 45 class credits from business
school at East Los Angeles Community college. Numerous factory technical schools.
• Business Beliefs:
Management — provide recognition of technical, sales and office staff. Create a learning opportunity
to maintain technical leadership in our industry, encourage and direct policy to insure customer
satisfaction, cost awareness, professional attitude, safety, quality workmanship and profitability.
• Monitor:
F.M. Thomas controller provides weekly financial performance work sheets compared to budget, bi-
weekly sales/financial meetings to evaluate performance, monthly supervisor meetings to update field
matters and better understand the effect of F.M. Thomas policies.
F. M. Thomas Corporate Office Location 1 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 1 Phone: 714.738.1062
Coachella Valley 1 46-660 Washington Suite 1, La Quinta, CA 92253 1 Phone: 760.564.6060
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• Modify:
Objective adjustment(s) to F.M. Thomas budgets/goals when feedback indicates revision is
necessary. Seek outside input from banker, bonding agent, CPA, insurance as reference data to move
forward with changes as economy improves or declines.
William Hermann - Field Supervisor
Twenty-one years in commercial HVAC as field technician, overhaul mechanic and troubleshooter. William
has attended factory training classes from McQuay, York, Carrier and Trane equipment manufacturers. He is
also qualified to work on VFDs, Johnson/Honeywell controls, pneumatics, and package VAV systems.
Mark Mills - Field Supervisor
38 years in commercial HVAC as field technician, overhaul mechanic and troubleshooter. Mark has
attended factory training classes from Daikin, Danfoss, McQuay, York, Carrier and Trane equipment
manufacturers. He is also qualified to work on reciprocating and screw chillers, refrigeration machines, and
VRF systems.
James Pelkey — Journeyman Mechanic.
Twenty-five years in commercial HVAC as field technician, overhaul mechanic and troubleshooter. James
is NATE certified, TAB certified (air balance), Daiken, Honeywell, Fujitsu and certified by Edison as a
qualified energy services technician. He has a strong background in optimizing the energy consumption of
systems through fine tuning of HVAC systems (air side and refrigeration side).
Additionally, James is Carrier IVu certified for installations, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and
general support.
George Anthony - Controls Specialist
Thirty-nine years as a Controls Specialist, expert service, design and commissioning of Carrier CCN and IVu
systems. Currently acts and Controls design engineer and lead service technician.
Randy Detwiler - Field Supervisor
Thirty-eight years in commercial HVAC as field technician, overhaul mechanic and troubleshooter. Randy
has attended factory training classes from York, Carrier and Trane equipment manufacturers. He is also a
certified Turbocor technician and Carrier CCN controls technician. Randy is responsible for project work
that is installed and delivers the promises made to our clients.
Ryan Bustos — Journeyman Mechanic.
Fifteen years in commercial HVAC as field service technician. Ryan has a strong background in DDC
controls, including VRF systems and Carrier IVu. He also has a background in refrigeration and VFDs.
Sincerely,
cha�IFka,
Vice President
F. M. Thomas Corporate Office Location 1 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 1 Phone: 714.738.1062
Coachella Valley 1 46-660 Washington Suite 1, La Quinta, CA 92253 1 Phone: 760.564.6060
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F. M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING, INC.
Contractor's License # 313574 231 Gemini Avenue, Brea, CA 92821
(800)660-0891 FAX(714)738-0886 (714)738-1062
January 19, 2026
City of La Quinta
Public Works / Operations
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
Attn: Carley Escarrega
WORK PLAN
Ref. La Quinta On -Call HVAC Maintenance and Repairs
Ms. Escarrega,
F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. is in a unique position to provide HVAC
Maintenance and Repair for the City of La Quinta. We provide the same services to
other local agencies, including the City of Highland, City of Moreno Valley, City of
Downey, City of Huntington Park, LAUSD South District, City of Redondo Beach, Color
Water, Elsinore Valley Water District, Eastern Municipal Water District, and LA City
General Services. As a result, we have technicians in your area familiar with City-wide
service contracts who can respond within 2 hours.
We currently service seven other Cities (See letter of Introduction) that have comparable
equipment; As a result of our extensive experience, we have developed processes and
procedures specifically designed to support the needs of the City of La Quinta.
Many of our technicians have been with our company for over 20+ years and can work
on equipment ranging from package units and split systems to chillers, air handlers and
Package VAV systems. We currently have 17 technicians who can respond to your job
sites for emergency and non -emergency service calls. We are a class B general
contractor with additional licenses in C-20 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, C-
4 Boilers, C-36 (Plumbing) as well as C-38 Refrigeration.
Our technicians are all factory certified and receive ongoing training to ensure that they
perform to the highest levels of customer satisfaction. Additionally, our technicians bring
their work vehicles home with them each night; our response time to emergency and non-
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emergency situations is outstanding because we are able to respond to calls in a timely
fashion. Emergency calls are responded to within 1-2 hours.
Our dispatcher is a former service technician of 19 years and has an intimate knowledge
of the types of maintenance and service issues that occur with the City. Due to his
knowledge, he can evaluate the trouble call request and dispatch the proper technician to
the call. During normal working hours (Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 2:30pm), he
is able to dispatch a technician to any of your job sites. During off hours, we also have
an answering service which alerts our on -call technicians to respond immediately.
All contracts and accounts are additionally serviced by an Account Manager and our
Owner, Tom Feyka, who has been with the company for over 46 years and has nearly 50
years of experience in the HVAC industry.
Per the scope of work, we will have the proper technician visit the job site on an as -
needed basis to perform the necessary items listed to properly check your heating,
ventilation and air conditioning services to keep them operating at optimal conditions.
Additionally, we will abide by the scope of work and provide proper documentation
noting the conditions of your units, and any repairs that may be necessary. If a written
estimate for repairs is required, or the work needs to be bid on, our technician(s) will
work with the Account Manager and Sales Manager to provide the City with a quotation
for repairs and/or replacement.
Standard Procedures:
1. Implementation — A lead technician, (2) additional technicians, and an
apprentice are assigned to your account. (See Org chart). We conduct a job start
meeting prior to the contract start and routine follow-up meeting to ensure
expectations and outcomes are achieved. The technician are assigned primary
responsibility for the outcome of the services, which provides accountability to
the City and FM Thomas.
a. Provide supervisors with schedules, completion dates, and recommended
repairs.
b. Provide City staff with proposals for minor repairs.
c. Identify tasks and deliverables.
2. Defined schedule of services - Per the City's schedule of services, our dispatcher
and project manager will develop a work schedule. This schedule will be
discussed and periodically reviewed with the lead technician(s)
3. Supervision - A qualified journeyman will be assigned to your account. He will
be tasked with routinely doing supervisor walks of the properties each month as
maintenance is completed. This allows us to proactively identify items of concern
before they become emergencies.
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4. Client Satisfaction —. We understand the schedules and expectations of different
members of the City staff. The Fire Dept and Police Stations generally want it
colder, whereas the general administrative offices want it warmer. Community
Centers and Libraries typically want good air flow, quiet, and consistent
performance.
5. Needs from the City — Due to our long service history, we only need a few items
from the city.
a. Keys to all appropriate buildings
b. Schedules of operation
c. Any access restrictions per building
6. Proactive maintenance — We look for key indicators of future service problems
when completing maintenance. Recommendations are made to repair/replace
these items in order to prevent future down time These items include, but are not
limited to, the following:
a. Check amperages of motors
b. Check temperature splits (should always be 20 degrees for DX equipment)
c. Verify the system has the factory charge.
d. Check contactors for pitting
e. Verify thermostats are calibrated and programmed correctly
f. Check air flow across coils and wash coils if needed.
g. Verify the volume of air produced is being received at the grilles and at
the correct temperatures (for example a 5 ton system produces 1950 cfm at
55 degrees)
h. Check TXV and filter driers for obstructions and replace as needed
i. Check for leaks (condensate, oil, lubricants)
j. Keep the job site clean. Having an orderly and unobstructed view of the
systems allows for problems to present themselves more easily and
demonstrates the quality of services provided.
k. Check belt condition, tensions and adjustment of pulleys
1. Replace filters bi-monthly (6x/year) and check air flow across filters for
obstructions.
7. Communication — It is key to have a good relationship with the facilities
manager. By having weekly discussions of current activities and monthly review
meetings, the facilities manager is able to understand and justify why certain
repairs need to be done.
8. Innovative and creative approaches — We have identified some of the cost
saving measures at the City to ensure efficient operation.
a. Blowing winds lead to the restriction of condenser coils. Ensuring the
coils are clean and air flow thru the coils is sufficient is key to maintaining
the correct 20-degree delta T and mitigate mechanical failures
(compressors, fans)
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b. Tighten electrical connections at each service. This will mitigate nuisance
calls and inefficient use of electricity
c. Identify and repair minor water and refrigerant leaks. This will mitigate
compressor/ fan motor failures and water damage issues to the roof.
d. Replace old disconnects and contactors to reduce the potential of damage
and injury to equipment and staff
e. Clean out roof drains to minimize water leaks/damage to the roof
9. In-house resources:
a. Visio — We can design and apply drawings and calculations to plans for
DDC controls and general HVAC replacement projects
b. Carrier IVu certified integrator.
c. Mechanical design application capabilities
d. Access to Honeywell, Tridium, and Distech software
e. Access to Honeywell, Tridium and BACNet MS/TP network
communications
f. Multi -disciplinary staff to complete the following tasks:
i. Sheet metal modeling and design software
ii. MEP/S design team that works with us on a project -by -project
basis
iii. On -staff former building codes inspector
iv. Service supervisor with expert knowledge in applied HVAC
systems design
v. General contractor team that works with us to design and build
various related structures, such as concrete housekeeping pads,
roof repair, roof curbs, walls and soffits, ceiling
modification/replacement, and general electrical/plumbing works.
If you have any questions regarding our procedures or the above work plan, please do not
hesitate to contact us.
Pichae�lleyka,
Vice President
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DATE: December 15, 2025
TO: All Prospective On -Call HVAC Maintenance Services Consultants
RE: RFP On -Call HVAC Maintenance Services
ADDENDUM NUMBER 1 1/19/2026
The following shall be considered as incorporated into the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the above
referenced services. Portions of RFP not specifically mentioned in this Addendum remain in force.
■ REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Question 1: The RFP references on "on -call" contract, but the scope also lists specific buildings
and equipment and mentions maintenance, repairs, and replacements. Can you
please clarify if this is intended to be strictly time -and -material (T&M) on an as -
needed basis, or if it also includes scheduled maintenance and capital
repair/replacement work?
Answer 1: Maintenance work will be at T&M. Larger repairs and replacements will
require an estimate to be approved by City staff.
Question 2: Exhibit B asks for a Contract Sum rather than T&M labor rates. Can you please
clarify what the Contract Sun should include (estimated annual services, a not -to -
exceed amount, allowance for repairs, etc.)?
Answer 2: Work will be on a T&M as -needed basis, with a not -to -exceed amount of
$300,000 - $500,000.
Question 3: If pricing is expected to include maintenance, repairs, or replacements for specific
equipment and locations, a site walk and full equipment inventory would be needed
to develop accurate pricing. At this time, we do not see a job walk or pre -bid site
visit listed. Please let us know if one will be scheduled.
Answer 3: A job walk is not scheduled. Each set of tasks will either be T&M or an
estimate will be requested for the specific scope at the proposed labor rate.
Question 4: Is this intended to be a one-year contract, or a multi -year agreement?
Answer 4: Multi -year contract. Three (3) years with an option for two (2) one (1)-year
extensions.
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Question 5: Is it acceptable to email a copy of the bid?
Answer 5: Yes, it is acceptable to email a copy of the bid and/or send in a hard copy via
mail or hand delivery.
Question 6: Page 5 of 11 uses the term, "Career Controls Encompass Systems Certified" is
used, but that is an old carrier training term that is no longer being used. There are
Gold and Silver Certifications for Carrier Expert Dealers. Please revise this
requirement to the Gold Certified instead of ES Certified.
RFP page 5 of 11 Currently Reads:
"Bidders shall have the following certifications:
• ASHRAE Certified
• NATE Certified
• EPA Certified
• Career Controls Encompass Systems Certified
• Certified to repair Carrier, York, Tempmaster, Data Air and Trane
units"
RFP page 5 or 11 is Amended to Read:
"Bidders shall have the following certifications:
• ASHRA Certified
• NATE Certified
• EPA Certified
• Career Controls Encompass Systems and/or Gold Certified
• Certified to repair Carrier, York, Tempmaster, Data Air and Trane
Units"
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The Consultant is hereby notified; Addendum No. 1 must be acknowledged as stipulated under
the instructions to Bidders and submitted as part of the Bid. Failure to do so shall result in the
City designating said bid as "Non -Responsive. "
APPROVED:
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ALFRED BERUMEN
Fleet & Facilities Analyst
END OF ADDENDUM NUMBER 1